b'N0 4| AROMASWhen you have congestion from the flu, applying camphorEditors Note: Dr. Suhyun An (www.drsuhyunan.com) is the clinic or menthol salve around your nose can help break up mucus,director at Campbell Medical Group in Houston and an expert on Dr.Ansays.Aromatherapyoils,suchaspeppermintandregenerative medicine. She is co-author ofDemystifying Stem Cells: A eucalyptus,canhaveasimilareffect.Also,vaporrubcanReal-Life Approach to Regenerative Medicineand travels the nation reduce cold symptoms, especially in children older than 2speaking on those topics. years. It helps open air passages to combat congestion, reduce coughing, and improve sleep. Its a good alternative to over-the-countercoldmedicinesinyoungchildrenbecauseof unwanted side effects.N0 5 | CHICKEN SOUPThis popular cold and flu remedy helps because hot liquids reduce mucus buildup and keep you hydrated. Chicken soup, in particular, has anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce a colds unpleasant side effects, Dr. An says. Keep some in the freezer or even canned for flu season. Its quick to prepare that way and soothing to eat.Colds and the flu are threats to us every year, but they dont have to get us down for long, Dr. An says. Natural home remedies can reduce symptoms, so you can be more comfortable and get the rest you need to get better faster.Were in yourneighborhood.Open every dayMon-Fri: 8am-9pm | Sat: 8am-8pm | Sun: 8am-5pm40+ Convenient Locations in DFWFind your closest location at CareNow.comGoodLifeFamilyMag.comJANUARY | FEBRUARY 2020 55'